Special needs
ShareLife-funded agencies support people with a wide range of special needs, including Deaf people, people with developmental disabilities, and people suffering from addiction.
The cause
Over
5,000
lives are improved every year by ShareLife donors through special needs programs. This includes people with disabilities, their caregivers, and many others.
Breaking barriers
Deaf people face accessibility challenges at school, work and home. Deaf Services Canada (formerly known as Silent Voice Canada), a ShareLife-funded agency, seeks to break down those barriers.
A safe space
People with disabilities frequently experience stigma and misunderstanding. ShareLife agencies provide community and a safe space that affirms their dignity and worth.
Stories of inspiration
You turned his broken road into a path of hope
Because of you, he found a second chance
You helped shape the future for John and his sons
You gave them courage, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to embrace all that life has to offer
You broke down barriers for Sue and her daughter
Thanks to you, they found acceptance and empowerment
Your love opened the door for Matthew
How your support gave him the care he needed to thrive
Agency spotlights
Deaf Services Canada (formerly known as Silent Voice Canada)
Deaf Services Canada (formerly known as Silent Voice Canada) is the only organization in the GTA offering programs, services and community and family-based support to Deaf children, youth and adults in an American Sign Language (ASL) environment. ASL instruction is available for hearing family members.
Mary Centre
Mary Centre supports a variety of residential and outreach services for adults with developmental challenges, helping them attain greater self-confidence and personal independence so they can have fulfilling educational, employment and life experiences.
Our Place Community of Hope
Our Place Community of Hope is a program of St. Michael’s Homes. This program provides a safe space for people with mental health issues to socialize with each other and access services that build skills for independent living. A variety of social and recreational programs are available for people who have been marginalized because of their illness.
St. Bernadette’s Family Resource Centre
St. Bernadette’s integrates children, youth and adults with developmental and/or physical challenges with their able peers. Parent relief programs and support groups are available to help care givers better face the challenges they encounter.
St. Michael’s Homes
St. Michael’s Homes provides services for men in recovery from addictions, including residential treatment, aftercare, and supportive housing through their Matt Talbot Housing Program.